Sophia Celino

"Big Woods is ~1mi. south of Wolf Swamp. The sign at the entrance describes the preserve as the Marguerite Crabbe Greef Wildlife Sanctuary, in honor of a woman whose family made the preserve possible."

"Tucked behind the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, this little gem of a preserve includes some of the oldest forest on Long Island. Get a key to the Preserve gate at the Hatchery admission booth."

"Entrance gate is 0.4 mi east of Wolver Hollow Rd. Pull over and open the lock to get through the gate into the parking area. You'll need to call the Nature Conservancy for the combination to the lock"

"Park your car in front of the playground. Walk to the right, past the tennis courts and onto the old railroad bed which links into the trail system of the preserve."

"Beautiful wknd here 9/11-9/12 with YPG. Helped collect seed in the grasslands and clams from the creek. Fun way to contribute to TNC ongoing restoration projects. Love staying at the Manor House!"